JOB SUMMARY:
The Director of Care Programs is responsible for the development, implementation, and oversight of the daily operations of programs within the Care Programs Department. Additionally, this position focuses on the strategic initiatives of the organization as they relate to Care Programs and developing the core capabilities necessary to achieve those strategic initiatives.
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Program Development and Evaluation:
- Develop and maintain program procedures and guidelines
- Plan and implement overall operations of program within area of responsibility
- Develop a program evaluation framework
Personnel Management
- Responsible for supervision and performance evaluation of care team
- Provide coaching, training and performance counseling
- Implement human resources policies and procedures
Fiscal Responsibility
- Develop operations budget
- Assist in developing funding proposals, grants and other sources of donor funding
- Monitor monthly financial reports
Community Relations
- Strengthen and build collaborative partnerships with organizations that have similar missions/values
- Solicit community input to identify program/service needs/gaps
- Represent Covey on multi-organization committees
Compliance and Reporting
- Ensure programs operate within guidelines and regulations of all relevant legislation and professional standards and organizational policies, procedures and ethical standards
- Ensure programs’ compliance with contractual obligations and grant requirements
QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION:
- 3+ years of experience in a leadership role within a human services or similar organization.
- 1+ years of experience with individuals with disabilities
- Excellent oral and written communication skills; outstanding interpersonal skills
- Organizational skills and strong attention to detail
- Ability to problem solve, handle multiple priorities, and manage crisis situations.
- Ability to analyze data and use this information improve program performance and achieve program goals.
- Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record, personal vehicle and auto insurance
About Covey:
At Covey, the participants, staff, and caregivers believe in creating opportunities, and we believe in doing it together. We are a community of passionate individuals––participants, staff, caregivers, and volunteers––working together to create possibilities for our participants and their families.
For over 65 years, we have served individuals (ages 18-64) with disabilities and their families in the Fox Valley region. Our areas of expertise include respite care, skill community engagement, life enrichment, and volunteerism.
Through compassion, creativity, and individualized care, Covey creates opportunities that foster personal growth because we believe that everyone deserves an opportunity to flourish. At Covey, our participants engage with their community, discover their passions, and pursue their dreams.
Flexible work from home options available.
Please apply on Covey's website at: www.covey.org/careers or find us on Indeed